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Go Greek RevivalOpen HouseBy JILL PRILUCK 155 Warren St. 
Approximate Annual Taxes: $14,000 This newly renovated, 25-foot-wide Cobble Hill townhouse, about 6,500 square feet, was built in 1833 and includes a carriage house with air rights. The garden level features a kitchen (including Carrera marble countertops, white lacquer cabinetry, a polished concrete island, and top-of-the-line appliances), study, home office, and access to the patio and garden. The second floor boasts front and rear parlors and a butler's pantry. The third floor contains the master suite, including a study and two dressing rooms. The fourth floor has three bedrooms, a bath, separate dressing area, and laundry nook. The fifth floor is a finished four-room attic with exposed beams and skylights. All baths feature Ann Sacks tiles, from mosaics to marble. Other details include original columns, pocket doors, crown moldings, wide plank floors, four fireplaces (two are wood burning), and 12-foot ceilings. 13 Cranberry St. Approximate Annual Taxes: $10,000 This 25-foot-wide Brooklyn Heights townhouse, about 5,500 square feet, has both late Federal Style and early Greek Revival characteristics. The parlor floor includes the living and dining room, kitchen (with stainless steel countertops and high-end appliances), and access to a patio and rock garden. The third floor features the master suite (including a bath with a skylight), a study, an additional bedroom, and bath. The fourth floor has three bedrooms, a bath, and laundry room. The garden level is now a large office space with ample storage. There are six fireplaces — the wood-burning one is made of Italian black marble. Other details include high ceilings, original moldings and flooring, and built-ins. Completed in 1830, this recently renovated home is digitally wired and has central air conditioning. 23 Gramercy Park South Approximate Annual Taxes: $47,642 This four-story, 27-foot-wide Gramercy Park townhouse, built in 1847, overlooks Gramercy Park — and includes a key to it. About 8,812 feet, it has both an entryway and an 8-foot-wide oval skylight with intricate stained glass detailing. The parlor floor contains front and rear parlors, a pantry, office, powder room, and terrace leading to the garden below. The third floor has two large bedrooms, two small ones, a "store room," and two half baths. The fourth floor has three bedrooms, a bath, a second terrace, and a solarium. The fifth floor is divided into six maids' rooms, two baths, and a storage area. The garden level includes four office/utility spaces, a family room, breakfast room, two powder rooms, and access to the outdoor space. Other details include original mahogany doors, three black marble mantels (plus four more fireplaces), and inlaid parquet floors. This home also has an elevator. 
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